Francesca Oldfield
About Francesca Oldfield
Francesca Oldfield is a Product Designer with a background in both product and graphic design. She currently works at Exscientia in Oxford, England, and has experience in healthcare design, focusing on user-centered practices.
Work at Exscientia
Francesca Oldfield has been employed at Exscientia as a Product Designer since 2022. In this role, she applies her expertise in user-centered design to develop innovative solutions in the healthcare sector. Her work involves conducting ethnographic research and usability testing to inform the design of medical devices, ensuring that the products meet the needs of users effectively. Based in Oxford, England, she contributes to Exscientia's mission of advancing healthcare through technology.
Education and Expertise
Francesca Oldfield holds a BA in Industrial Design and Technology with Professional Practice from Brunel University London, where she studied from 2013 to 2017. She further enhanced her qualifications by obtaining an MSc in Healthcare and Design with Distinction from Imperial College London, completing her studies from 2018 to 2020. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both product and graphic design, focusing on integrating research insights into practical design applications.
Background
Francesca Oldfield's educational journey began at Birkenhead Sixth Form College, where she studied from 2011 to 2013. She has a diverse background that spans both product and graphic design. This blend of disciplines allows her to approach design challenges with a comprehensive perspective, particularly in the healthcare sector. Her professional experience includes roles that emphasize user-centered design practices, which are critical for developing effective medical devices.
Previous Experience at Lightpoint Medical
Prior to her current role at Exscientia, Francesca Oldfield worked at Lightpoint Medical in various capacities. She served as a Creative Product Designer - KTP Associate from 2018 to 2020, followed by a position as a Creative Product Designer from 2020 to 2022. During her time at Lightpoint Medical, she focused on user-centered design practices and conducted research to inform the design of healthcare products, contributing to advancements in medical technology.